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Fundraising Progress

Raised: $625.00

Goal: $200.00

My CF Climb Story

CF Climb is a fun and unique event
that empowers participants to step up and take the search for a cure for cystic
fibrosis to new heights.

Cystic fibrosis is a rare, genetic,
life-shortening disease that affects every organ in the body and makes
breathing difficult. Some people with the disease say it’s like breathing
through a narrow straw. In people with CF, a defective gene causes a thick buildup
of mucus in the lungs, pancreas and other organs. In the lungs, the mucus clogs
the airways and traps bacteria, leading to life-threatening lung infections.
Sixty years ago, most children did not live long enough to attend elementary
school, but thanks to Foundation-based research and care, the median survival
age of people with CF is now about 40.

Those living with this disease are
moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, friends and co-workers, all
struggling every day just to breathe and live a normal, healthy life. I climb
for them and hope you will support me in my efforts.

While
there has been significant progress in treating this disease, there is still no
cure and too many lives are cut far too short. By participating in CF Climb, I
am stepping up and helping add tomorrows to the lives of people living with
cystic fibrosis. Will you join me? Support me by making a donation to my CF Climb
fundraising campaign today!

Please support me!

Help
me reach my fundraising goal by donating to my CF Climb fundraising campaign.
Your gift will help add tomorrows to the lives of people with CF by supporting
life-saving research and medical progress.
Your gift is 100 percent tax deductible.